There is a whole lot to consider if you are about to purchase a musical instrument. One of the first obvious considerations is what instrument are you purchasing and why. If you’re just starting out in the musical world and testing the waters, you might want to consider buying an instrument that is modestly priced in case you and your instrument are not the perfect match.
The next consideration is a very important one -- where to buy your instrument. You can either go to a retailer, an auction, or look through newspaper classifieds or online ads. Looking through online ads, auctions, etc. is usually a good deal if you have the knowledge and time to spend on finding an instrument that is new or in excellent shape.
Obviously, there are many local music stores in and around your town. You can always browse around these shops and see what they have for deals on an instrument you’re looking for. The best bargains are on guitars and drums, but there may be discounts on other instruments like horns, pianos, etc. depending on the makes and models.
Online sites are always a good bet. A few of the trusted online sites include www.musiciansfriend.com. They offer great instruments at very competitive prices, and they’ve been around a long time. They specialize in instruments for professionals as well as beginners and offer free shipping for any purchase over $29.00. Other sites include www.instrumentpro.com, www.music123.com and Woodwind and Brasswind. This company always has special offers, free shipping, extended warrantees and more.
Amazon.com and e-bay offer auctions sites selling musical instruments. If you know anything about instruments and like auctions, you can find some really great deals on these sites.
